Amazon has long offered students a generous Prime discount. Last year the company took it further by cutting its Prime membership to $5.99 per month for people using an electronic benefit transfer (EBT) card.
This week, Amazon revealed it will make its $5.99-per-month Amazon Prime plan available toMedicaid beneficiaries.
Amazon Prime perks include streaming of movies, TV shows and music; complimentary two-day shipping; and access to a variety of newspapers and books.
“We want to make Prime more reachable. The blend of shipping, shopping and entertainment delivers a great deal of value to members,” said Cem Sibay, vice president of Amazon Prime, in a news release.
It’s a very attractive offer, provided you can resist the familiar lure of impulsive online purchases.
How to Enroll in the Amazon Prime Discount Using Your Medicaid Card
Go to the sign-up page and choose “Medicaid.” Amazon will send a verification code to your email or phone — whichever you prefer — within a few minutes. Enter the six-digit code in the field, then click continue.
You’ll be prompted to upload an image of your Medicaid card, pick the state that issued it, and check a box confirming your Medicaid coverage is current. After your card is validated, you can enroll in Prime like normal.
You must reverify eligibility every 12 months, and members may use this reduced price for up to 48 months total.
Article updated by Alex Carter, a staff writer at Savinly who covers personal finance and money-saving strategies.
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